Summer Chill! Homemade Viral Sprite Iced Tea 🍹

Last week, I stumbled upon a viral "Sprite Iced Tea" trend overseas—so popular that Sprite launched an official collab! Since it’s not sold here, I decided to DIY. Grabbing Sprite, Lipton tea bags, and a sliced lemon, I threw them together… and wow, it was amazing!

The tea’s richness balanced the lemon’s zing, while Sprite’s fizz made each sip ultra-refreshing. Now it’s my summer staple, and friends keep asking for the recipe. The best part? Zero skill required—even kitchen newbies can nail it!

🔍 Ingredient Breakdown

1. Sprite: Adds fizz and sweetness (no extra sugar needed).

2. Black tea bags (e.g., Lipton): Robust flavor + antioxidants.

3. Lemon: Bright acidity + vitamin C, cuts through sweetness.

4. Ice: Chills slowly, enhancing flavor extraction.

Science bit: Tannins in tea mingle with citric acid, reducing bitterness, while carbonation speeds up infusion. Steep longer = deeper taste!

🍽️Serving Suggestions

• Best timing: Chill 30 mins–1 hour for stronger tea notes.

• Upgrade: Add mint or lychee for fruity twists.

• Pairings: BBQs, afternoon pick-me-ups, picnics.

• Note: Remove lemon seeds to avoid bitterness; don’t oversteep tea (>2 hrs).

❤️ Why You’ll Love It

1. Lazy-proof: No brewing/blending—just assemble!

2. Budget-friendly: Under $1.5 per glass vs. bubble tea.

3. Customizable: Adjust sweetness/acidity freely.

4. Therapeutic: Watch tea swirl and bubbles rise—pure ASMR!

🥗RECIPE🥗

👉🏻Ingredients list

• 1 can Sprite

• 2 black tea bags

• 3 lemon slices

• 1 cup ice

👩🍳DIRECTIONS:

1. Muddle lemon slices at cup’s base.

2. Fill with ice, add tea bags.

3. Pour Sprite to 90% full, refrigerate 30 mins.

4. Remove tea bags, stir, and enjoy!

❓ FAQ

1. Q1: Can I use other dried plums?
   A: Yes, but preserved plums’ unique tang is key. Others may alter the flavor.

   Q2: What if it freezes too solid?
   A: Scrape with a fork or thaw briefly. Next time, freeze less.

   Q3: Can I use canned pineapple?
   A: Yes, but fresh tastes better. Reduce sugar if using syrup-packed cans.